Defense Base Act (DBA)

The Defense Base Act (DBA) is a U.S. law that provides workers' compensation benefits to civilian employees working on U.S. military bases or government contracts overseas. It covers injuries or illnesses that occur during work and offers benefits such as medical care, wage replacement, and rehabilitation. The DBA is designed to ensure that these workers receive financial support if they get hurt or become ill while contributing to national defense efforts. It fills gaps left by state workers' compensation laws, as it applies to work performed outside the United States.